The Africa Cup of Nations has reached its thrilling climax, with the final four teams set to battle for a place in the prestigious final. The semi-final stage promises high drama, featuring a host of Premier League stars in action for their national sides.
AFCON 2026 Semi-Final Fixture Schedule and How to Watch
Both last-four clashes will take place on Wednesday, January 14, 2026, offering a double-header of continental football. The first match sees Senegal face Egypt at 5pm UK time at the Tangier Grand Stadium (Stade Ibn-Batouta) in Tangier.
This is followed by the second semi-final, where host nation Morocco will take on Nigeria at 8pm UK time. That decisive match will be held at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat.
For fans in the United Kingdom, coverage is readily available. Both matches will be broadcast live on E4 and can be streamed via the All4 platform. Alternatively, viewers can tune in via the Channel 4 Sport YouTube channel.
Premier League Stars Set to Shine in the Semi-Finals
The semi-finals are littered with talent familiar to followers of the English top flight, adding an extra layer of intrigue for British audiences.
Senegal boasts the largest Premier League contingent of the remaining teams. Their squad includes Tottenham Hotspur's Pape Matar Sarr, Everton duo Idrissa Gana Gueye and Iliman Ndiaye, Crystal Palace winger Ismaila Sarr, and West Ham United's El Hadji Malick Diouf. The Teranga Lions secured their semi-final spot with a narrow 1-0 victory over Mali in the quarter-finals.
Their opponents, Egypt, are spearheaded by the iconic Mohamed Salah of Liverpool. The forward has been in scintillating form, finding the net in four of his five tournament appearances so far. He is supported in attack by Manchester City's Omar Marmoush. The Pharaohs booked their place after a thrilling 3-2 win against the Ivory Coast on Saturday.
Nigeria's Fulham Core and Morocco's Defensive Rock
In the other semi-final, Nigeria's challenge is powered by a strong Fulham connection, with Alex Iwobi, Calvin Bassey, and Samuel Chukwueze all key figures. Brentford's Frank Onyeka adds steel in midfield. The Super Eagles advanced with a 2-0 triumph in their quarter-final.
They face a Morocco side considered by many as tournament favourites, especially with home advantage. Their defence is anchored by Manchester United's Noussair Mazraoui. The Atlas Lions progressed by eliminating Cameroon, a side that included Mazraoui's United teammate, Bryan Mbeumo.
The stage is set for two monumental clashes. With national pride, a place in the final, and the eyes of the football world upon them, these teams and their Premier League stars are ready to write the next chapter in AFCON history.
